What Is Sanatana Dharma?
The earliest of these Upanishads will always maintain a place in the philosophic literature of the world, among the most astounding products of the human mind. ~ Max Müller
Unveiling the Bhagavad Gita: Timeless Wisdom for a Fulfilling Life (Part 1)
* When we look at him for advice, help or direction for our problems, we hear Bhagwan say, "Sarva-dharman parityajya mam ekam saranam vraja: "Give up all other duties and surrender unto Me." This is Chapter 18, Verse 66 of the Gita. He says, "yoga-kshemam...
Unmasking the 6 Mind Sharks: How to Conquer Negative Thinking (Sanat Kumara Secrets)
* According to the sages - the Sanat Kumaras, the six ferocious sharks of the mind are Lust, Anger, Greed, Pride, Delusion and Jealousy. How to get rid of these sharks of the mind and senses? 1. Lust - (Desire, Craving, Yearning). Get rid of the first shark of...
Chariot Your Way to Success: Unveiling the Bhagavad Gita’s Life Goal Metaphor
* The Chariot Metaphor: To understand the glory of Gita is to understand the glory of the self. When we imbibe the meaning of the Gita, we begin the journey from traveling from the Jeevatma to the Paramatma and recognize that they are one and the same. Since...
Unlock Your Inner Wisdom: Hindu Teachings on How to Think Clearly and Live Fully
* Mind Vs. The Intellect: Our mind is our instrument of thinking. It is a seat to emotions like: love, compassion, anger, greed etc. The mind brings us desires, intentions, imagination and ideas. It uses sense organs to feel happiness via external stimuli. What...
Dussehra 2023: Celebrating Lord Rama’s Homecoming and the Triumph Over Ravana | Future Strong
* Dussehra indicates as the word suggests, DASA-PAPA-HARA, the end or liquidation of ten sins. The ten sins are attributed to the 10 sense-organs through which the mind contacts and gains knowledge of the phenomenal world, and also reacts to the stimuli...
Rituals or Superstitions? Unraveling the Why Behind Hindu Traditions
Half Saree And Dhoti Ceremony This a ritual practiced by many societies in south India. Coming of age generally signifies a boy or a girl is mature enough to understand his responsibility towards family and society. Dhoti Ceremony is an Indian Hindu ceremony...
Essential Hindu Terms & Definitions Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Hinduism
* What Are Tantras? A Hindu or Buddhist mystical or ritual text, dating from the 6th to the 13th centuries. It has the importance of adherence to the doctrines or principles of the tantras, involving mantras, meditation, yoga, and ritual. What is Surrender?...
Master Hindu Scriptures with Swami Chinmayananda’s Study Scheme – A Complete Guide to Spiritual Wisdom
* For those interested in the scheme of study of Gurudev's literature, here's a reccomendation of how to go about his works. His works show us a practical application of Vedanta to life. © Chinmaya Mission * * * About Sanatana Dharma ब्रह्म सत्यं...
Timeless Wisdom: The Moral Values of Panchatantra Tales You Need to Know Today!
* The Panchatantra is a legendary collection of short stories from India. Originally composed in the 2nd century B.C, Panchatantra is believed to be written by Vishnu Sharma along with many other scholars. The purpose behind the composition was to implant moral...
My India by Swami Paramahamsa Yogananda: Timeless Wisdom on Indian Culture and Spirituality
* Not where the musk of happiness blows,Not where darkness and fears never tread;Not in the homes of perpetual smiles,Nor in the heaven of a land of prosperityWould I be bornIf I must put on mortal garb once more. Dread famine may prowl and tear my...
The 8 Types of Hunger: Master Mindful Eating and Transform Your Relationship with Food
* EYE HUNGER Eye hunger is triggered by food that you see. It can be other people who are eating, food that you see on the table or counter, seeing adverts, recipes and pictures of food. Other examples are food displays in delis, markets, restaurants or...
Unlock Universal Energy: The Life-Changing Power of the Gayatri Mantra
- What The Scriptures Say A mantra is a potent spiritual sound formula. A mystical sound which not only enchants the mind and helps to make it single-pointed and concentrated, but also being pregnant with ideas, helps purify the mind as well as reveal to us...
The Sacred Lotus in Hinduism: Unveiling Its Deep Spiritual Significance and Symbolism
* The lotus is the symbol of truth, auspiciousness and beauty (satyam, shivam, sundaram). The Lord is also that nature and therefore, His various aspects are compared to a lotus (i.e. lotus-eyes, lotus feet, lotus hands, the lotus of the heart etc.). The lotus...
Unlock Personal Transformation: The Power of Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas Gunas Explained
- Gunas: Our Vehicles Of Devotion: The Sanskrit word “guna” means attribute. These “attributes” serve as a powerful indicator and formulator of the physical principles of the earth. The concept of guna, is one of the more important teachings from India. These...
Why Aarti After Pooja? The Deep Spiritual Significance Behind This Sacred Ritual
- Towards the end of every ritualistic worship (pooja or bhajan) of God or to welcome an honored guest or saint, we perform the aarati. This is always accompanied by the ringing of the bell and sometimes by singing, playing of musical instruments and clapping....
Atman and Brahman: The Ultimate Truth of Non-Duality in Advaita Philosophy Revealed
- What Is Atman Since I understood that one of the most important concepts of Sanatana Dharma is advaita philosophy - that the living body is one with the universe at large, I've been fascinated to learn more. As a humble seeker, I offer a few words of wisdom...
Unlocking the Secrets of Navagraha: Ancient India’s Cosmic Connection to the Nine Planets
- The Navagrahas are the Nine Powers of Cosmic Energy of Universe known as the "Nine Astronomical Bodies". Temples for Navagrahas have been built by the concept of astrology and science by finding out the spiritual energy and vibrations. Over thousands of years...


















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